Gym Supervisor

• 37 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, one weekend in 3
• £13.66 per hour
• Free onsite parking

As a Gym Supervisor at Sodexo at Corporal Budd VC Gymnasium, Berechurch Rd, Colchester CO2 9RQ You'll will be responsible for the day to day supervision of the largest leisure / sporting facility on Merville Barracks. You will maintain a focus on customers satisfaction and lead our large team of lifeguards to play a crucial role in achieving Sodexo’s mission statement of being a world leader in quality of life services. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you'll do:

• You will control and implement the varying shift patterns for the full-time, part-time and casual staff employed at the facility. Ensuring overtime budgets are not exceeded.
• Adhered to all Standard Operating Procedures, COSHH and Safe Systems of Work
• Ensure there are Lifeguarding/Supervising planned sessions in the swimming pool
• You will complete and submit of weekly pay variations and overtime.
• Control and management of all staff, which includes all on site disciplinary matters, their shift rosters and leave requirements.
• Attend monthly mandatory lifeguard staff training, maintain in-date NPLQ.
• Liaise with the Receptionist regarding Gym bookings to ensure equipment is issued and/or set up as necessary including handing over and handing back climbing wall.
• Take bookings in the absence of the receptionist/leisure assistant.
• Check daily and weekly cleaning regimes within the facility in compliance with the contract requirements.
• Be responsible for Key holding and opening/closing the Centre on a daily basis as per contract times
• Be a champion of health and safety practices - spot a near miss? Report it to keep your colleagues safe!

What you bring:

• Experience in managing/leading a team
• Current National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Knowledge of health and safety
• Able to work on own initiative within team environment
• Able to demonstrate attention to detail and adherence to standards
• ICT skills (experience in using Word, Excel and Microsoft outlook)
• Customer focused individual

What we offer:

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within Sodexo
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.